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Focus on leading a healthy lifestyle
Hi everyone. I'm looking for some MFP buddies to help me stay motivated and healthy. I'm not new, but am back to being more active on MFP after a long absence. I lost over 35 lbs using MFP as a tool about 3-4 years ago. I exercised regularly, learned how to eat healthy, and found myself in better shape than I ever imagined…
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Support in leading a healthy lifestyle
Hi everyone. I'm looking for some MFP buddies to help me stay motivated and healthy. I lost over 35 lbs using MFP as a tool about 3-4 years ago. I exercised regularly, learned how to eat healthy, and found myself in better shape than I ever imagined was possible for me. Then I hit some difficult times in my life and lost…
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water-filled weights?
Does anyone know if water-filled weights/dumbells can be bought somewhere? I've been travelling a fair bit lately but I want to keep up my exercise routine without needing to pack extra weight in my suitcase. Has anyone come up with a practical solution? Thanks!
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Food We Eat Might Control Our Genes
http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=vitamins-minerals-and-microrna
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How Probiotic Yogurt Works
http://the-scientist.com/2011/10/26/how-probiotic-yogurt-works/ Probiotic organisms in yogurt appear to alter the expression of gut microbe genes encoding key metabolic enzymes, leading to changes in the metabolic properties of the human microbial community. This may be at least part of the reason for the gastrointestinal…
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Pasta Fagioli recipe - yummy, easy, and low cal
I made this tonight, and it was so tasty that I thought I would share the recipe with others. I made up the recipe myself, based on various recipes that I've seen over time. 3 tsp extra virgin olive oil 2 large garlic cloves, minced 1 onion, chopped 1 red pepper, diced 2 carrots, shredded 1 can of diced tomatoes 1 Tbsp…
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TurboFire - should I buy it?
I'm thinking about ordering the TurboFire set of DVDs. I'd like to add some variety to my exercise routine. I have some questions for people who are familiar with TurboFire: 1 - I've heard comments that it is too difficult and that people do not work up a sweat because they cannot do the exercises properly. Is that true? I…
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busy lifestyle, 10-25 lb to lose? be my friend :)
Hi! I joined MFP in March, but am just getting around to introducing myself. I started MFP with about 25 lb to lose (now down to about 15 lb, yay!). :happy: My challenges are a busy lifestyle and stressful job. I would like to share tips and thoughts with other people who have trouble finding the time to exercise, as well…
